Central to Conducting High-Impact Research.
Central’s BS in Biomolecular Sciences prepares students for careers in biomedical research and for health professions. Coursework focuses on molecular biology, cell biology, genetics, microbiology, developmental biology, physiology, and current advances in biomedical research.
At the core of the program is student-centered research. These faculty mentored projects provide students with critical experience desired by employers and for admissions to graduate programs in the health professions and biomedical science.
Graduates of Central’s BS in Biomolecular Science go on to careers in the biomedical, pharmaceutical, biotech, and research industries. Following graduation, many Central Biomolecular Science students further their education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, and veterinary medicine, become physician’s assistants or physical therapists, or enroll in accelerated nursing programs. Graduates are well equipped to pursue Masters and Doctoral programs in Biomedical Science.
Our facilities include:
- Microbiology lab (certified by the Connecticut State Department of Public Health)
- Cell culture suite
- Animal suites
- Fluorescent microscopes, Real-time PCR machine
Program Features
- Students engage in research projects with BMS faculty
- Includes all pre-requisites needed for application to medical, dental, pharmacy, physician’s assistant programs, as well as other health related programs
- Opportunities to travel to research conferences
- Faculty coordinate and students volunteer with outreach programs in local middle and high schools
- Weekly seminars feature faculty research, student research, visits from graduate programs, alumni speakers
- Financial aid and scholarships available
- Free on-campus child care available